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In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast, we give you a round-up of all the education news from the month of March, bringing you the latest headlines and analysis from our expert guests. 

 

This month we are joined by two special guests. The CEO of Team Education Trust,  Sarah Baker, will be sharing her expert insight on SEND and AP Improvement Plan, and Karl Pupé , author of The Action Hero Teacher, talking to us about absenteeism and an inc...

In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast, we give you a round-up of all the education news from the month of February, bringing you the latest headlines and analysis from our expert guest.

This month, we are joined by the President of the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) and Headteacher, Evelyn Forde MBE, who will be sharing her expert insight on the latest educational developments. 

The headlines covered this month:

The NEU take strike action Teach First Recruitment Drive branded "inadequate"MAT CEO salaries come un...

In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast, we give you a roundup of all the education news from the month of January, bringing you all the headlines from the start of the year. 

This month we are joined the Chief Executive Officer of the Education Endowment Foundation, Professor Becky Francis CBE, who will be sharing her expert insight on the latest educational developments. 

The headlines covered this month:

Strike action is on the horizon.Rishi Sunak proposes compulsory maths up to the age of 18.An increase in Pu...

In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast, we give you a round up of all the action to have happened at the Schools & Academies Show Birmingham.

 

This month we share with you all the headlines to come out of the Schools & Academies Show Birmingham and give you an insight to the thought process behind curating a topical and relevant agenda. 

 

The headlines to come out from the Schools & Academies Show:

·       The ‘transformational journey’ to an all- Academy world will have its challenges. 

·       The Education Skills and Funding...

In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast, we take a look at October’s educational headlines and review the impact these will have on the sector.

 This month we’re joined by Debbie Clinton, educational expert and former Ofsted inspector, to discuss leaked Ofsted crib sheets, the quality of school meals and the changing government.  

 This month’s headlines:

📰 Calls for Ofsted to share their training resources in the light of leaked inspector crib sheets

📰 30% rise in the cost of food items since May cause school meal providers to change menus...

In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast, we look at September’s significant offering of news for the education sector. 

This month we’re joined by Paul Gosling , President of NAHT, the Leaders Union,  to discuss the creation of the new government, along with school attainment and recruitment targets. Paul shares his insight into what the future looks like for the sector and how it needs to respond.  

This month’s headlines:

📰 The UK has its newest Prime Minister and  Cabinet 

📰 School achievement is well below the 2030 Targets. 

📰 Teacher Rec...

In this new episode of the Schools & Academies Show Podcast we cover some of the latest and most pressing news stories to affect the education sector. This month we are joined by Stephen Morales, Chief Executive of the Institute of School Business Leadership (ISBL), who shares his valuable insights to offer further clarity and explanations as to how the sector can respond to these latest developments. 

This month’s headlines:

📰 Teacher pay increases place financial strain on the sector

📰 Are Grammar Schools back on the educational agenda?

📰 The New Schools Network looks to fun...

Welcome listeners to the third episode of the season. For this episode we examine the status of the School Business Leader by recalling the amazing conversation between Stephen Morales and Stephen Rayner from last November's virtual show. In this snippet of their conversation, the full version of which we will soon release on our website, Morales and Rayner discuss the development of the SBL role and what common problems leaders face in their progression. 

Key topics covered will include:

What are the barriers to joined-up leadership and how can we seek to build parity of recognition w...

For our second episode of the season we wanted to provide a story of best practice for safeguarding. There were lots of great sessions from last year's show to choose from, but the one which we thought provided topical insight was Sue Bailey's interview by Natasaha Lawrence. While many of us (though not all) struggle and muddle through with increasingly 'digital only' work lives, the right tools can be the difference between an hour and a day's work. With regard to safeguarding, every hour is precious so having the right tools and the right information is essential. So in...

To kickstart the new season and to launch the programme of content for our April show, we looked back at one of the highlight sessions from last November's virtual extravaganza. On the 19th of November we were delighted to have hosted an interview with David Laws and Wes Streeting MP and there were some wider sector perspectives, a return to which seemed appropriate for the first episode of 2021. Considering a Labour vision for the schools sector, we replay snippets from the interview interlaced with some comments from us about how we hope to cover these topics more extensively at...

 📎 COVID-19: A Catalyst for Educational Transformation - A MAT's Perspective

The huge impact of COVID-19 on the education sector cannot be understated and throughout 2020, Schools and MATs have had to adapt to an ever changing situation.

As such, the Schools & Academies Show has partnered with Capita to deliver an exciting webinar, which will examine what the last eight months has taught us about the future of education. The session will include insights and predictions following 2020's perfect storm.

This highly interactive 45-minute session will be hosted by Abdu...

 📎 An Introduction to the National Network of Special Schools – Help to Shape the Future for Special Schools

NNoSS, an inclusive network for all for School Business Professionals in England’s Special Schools and Alternative Provision.Good and best practice in special schoolsDriving and delivering change in schools’ buying practicesMaking connections with peers from across the countryHow your contribution can help shape and develop the network’s growth and value.

💡 Pauline Aitchison, Deputy Director, Schools North East

💡 Catherine Kelsall, School Engagement Lead - Schools Commercial Team, Department for Education

💡 Stephen Morale...

Listen to Sally Welch presenting the brilliant work that Frewen College is doing in assisting pupils with specific learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia, through the use of Assistive Technology.

 

 📎 Using Assistive Technology to Support Students with Specific Learning Difficulties

A look at Frewen College, a specialist school for pupils with dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties such as dyscalculia and dyspraxia.  Many pupils also have speech and language difficulties associated with their dyslexiaEmbedding the use of assistive technology throughout the schoolHow the right technology can improve outcomes for st...

Stella Pearson from the Department of Education provides and overview of the newly-launched T-Levels, alongside a T-Level provider and a Higher Education Provider, who share their views and perspectives on the qualification. 

 

 📎 An In-Depth Look at T-Levels – The New, Technical Alternative to A-Levels.

What is a T-Level – Differentiating a T-Level from Apprenticeships and Other Vocational QualificationsWho T-Levels are for and Supporting Students in Making the Right Choice of QualificationAn Overview of the Future T-Level Roll-Out Plans

💡 Stella Pearson, Deputy Director, T-Level Delivery, Department for Education

💡 Ashley Grute, Di...

In this week's episode we explore how school funding works in England.

💡 Simon Oxenham, Director of Resources, Southend High School for Boys & National Lead on School Finance & Efficiency, ISBL  

🏫 This session was recorded live on 14th November 2019 in the Business & Finance Theatre of the Schools & Academies Show at the NEC in Birmingham.

How can a Business Leader drive change in schools? During these challenging times, hear from Simon Oxenham on how he managed to turn around a Multi-Academy Trust, handling hope and hesitations of an entire senior leadership team.

 

 📎 Managing Change in Schools

Recognise the pace of changeReflect on our response to leading change to deliver the visionBecome familiar with some approaches to leading changeExplore ways of leading and communicating changeLook at a real life case study

💡 Simon Oxenham, Director of Resources, Southend High School for Boys & National Lead on Schoo...

How can computing be taught in the most evidence-based effective way? In this episode James Robinson answers this question and offers advice to teachers on the best way to engage with pupils on the subject. 

 

 📎 Promoting Effective Pedagogy in Computing 

How The National Centre for Computing Education is supporting front line teachersWhat does effective teaching in Computing look like?Where can teachers learn more and get involved

💡 James Robinson, Senior Learning Manager (Pedagogy & Training), Raspberry Pi Foundation 

📘 This episode is hosted by National Centre for Computing Educ...

This week Lauren and Alessandro have the pleasure to host a conversation with EdTech enthusiast Bukky Yusuf, on how technology has assisted educators and learners during lockdown and what role it will play with pupils going back to school. 

 

 📎On-Demand Webinar - Implementing EdTech: How technology can enhance teaching and learning following COVID-19

How has the education sector adapted to using technology in light of COVID-19? #covidedustoriesPost Covid-19: focus on recovery or drive to change the system?Addressing concerns around EdTech, from the perspective of staff, pupils and parents and carers...

On the eve of the return to schools in England, listen to this special episode on how to safely re-open schools, and what the priorities should be for this academic year. A selection of excellent national and international panelists discuss the current scenario and offer insights on how Australia, Canada and the United States have dealt and are dealing with school closure, lockdown and re-opening.

 

📎  Preparing for September: Lessons Learnt from Abroad and the ‘New Normal’ in Schools

How have different nations reacted to Covid-19 and has there been a measurable difference on impact...

An inspiring talk from Andy Wolfe on empowering teachers and leaders in schools, the importance of timing and resilience, and the positive impact this has on learners.

📎 Flourishing Adults, Flourishing Children: Building Resilience and Nurturing Wellbeing in your (MAT) Teams

Developing flourishing adults by investing in leaders’ character and wellbeingRe-thinking resilience and building stronger teams across your MATPractical resources for MAT leaders to work with their teams on the impact of Vision into PracticeUnderstanding the Church of England Vision for Education and its pioneering Ethos Enhancing Outcomes approach

💡 Andy Wolfe, Deputy Chief Ed...

How a school serves its most vulnerable pupils is telling of the level of care it provides. When a school makes inclusion a focus, it should be mindful of features that vulnerable learners have in common, should either be children eligible for pupil premium or children with additional needs. Listen to Helena sharing insights on the approach to inclusion at David Ross Education Trust (DRET). 

📎 Promoting Inclusion across a MAT

How can wave 1 interventions in the classroom be standardised across a MAT, ensuring that our most vulnerable students can access the curriculum? When...

The Catholic Education Service perspective on the evolution of school system in England, and how it adapted its organisation to the subsequent reforms enacted by government. Listen to Paul Barber explain how the system has changed balancing consolidation and innovation, with clear and constant principles at its core: subsidiarity, solidarity, clarity and accountability.

 

📎 Lessons in Collaborative Operational Leadership

Building capacity and know-how within a MATBeyond the MAT framework – how schools can join Federations and the benefits of doing soEnsuring vision at the strategic level translates into outcomes within schoolsConversion - how to avoid...

What's the importance of a strategy to implement and use technology in your academy? As schools use different software at the same point in time, it is important to map out what role each play in the organisation and make sure they form part of an integrated system. In this episode Winston Poyton provides advice on how to think about tech and get the best use out of it. 

 

📎 Gaining a Technical Edge Outside the Classroom with a Tech Strategy that Minimises SBL Growing Pains 

Adding more tech solutions to a problem doesn’...

How can a data-driven use of funding be used to review your practice and improve the outcomes of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? What's the right way to collect, choose and analyse data? In this week's episode Karen and Richard from the Driver Youth Trust provide you with their recommendations on how to measure success and maximise funding value.

 

📎 Practical Approaches of SEND Funding and Value for Money

High Needs Funding arrangements: reviewing options for local authorities and institutions for 2019-2020 Accessing resources and training your workforce: making faster, better SEND...

In a context where schools are asked to deliver more with less, technology can be used to support staff and learners - maximising the efficiency of the back office, fostering collaboration and managing change across the organisation, so that educators can focus on what really matters: teaching. 

 

📎 Freedom to Deliver Outstanding Education

EdTech can proactively support staff and pupil engagement, allowing teachers and school business professional to focus on richer learning experiences and their own personal and professional development.

Maximise the efficiency of back office functions in schools and academiesUse techn...

England is facing a shortage of teachers, but what are schools currently doing to increase the appeal of the teaching profession and support Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) in their career? Listen to Debbie Clinton, Emma Hollis and Reuben Moore discuss what response is needed, focusing on professional development and wellbeing.

📘 Initial teacher training (ITT): core content framework 

📎 Panel Discussion: Supporting Early Career Teachers

Understanding key challenges and opportunities for Newly Qualified Teachers: from workload to professional developmentDiscussing the impact of the government’s new Early Career Framework (ECF) to be imp...

Sarah Denton guides you through some great examples of implementation of modular building, showcasing how they represent an effective and efficient alternative to traditional building.

📂 You can access the presentation at this link.

📎 Modular Matters: Keeping Learning on Programme

Making your school estates improvements more efficientEnsuring there is minimal impact on pupils during facilities improvements through modular buildReduce time on site and disruption to pupils through the use of turnkey school solutionsMeeting Department for Education requirements for primary school hallsEnsuring your facilities are compliant with acoustic, lighting and fl...

What opportunities are available to schools and academies? How can you ensure that your organisation is appealing and receives bids? When is the best time of the year to access the marketplace? Hear from Pat Condon about the right moves you can make to attract the best suppliers.

📎 Tendering Outsourced Services – Procurement Hints & Tips

Advice on the marketplace including key timingsPerceived risks to a contractorLegalitiesTender document hints and tipsTender process hints and tips

💡 Pat Condon, Head of Procurement, Crescent Purchasing Consortium

 

📘 The episode is sponsored by Crescent Purchasing C...

Motivated by the desire to always serve the community at the best of their possibility, Pen Green Centre is a reality based in Corby, Northamptonshire. Since their foundation in 1983, they followed the rapid change of the town and always strove to meet the needs of local working families. Listen to how the organisation found innovative solutions to generate income, which include establishing  a training centre awarding nationally recognised qualifications.

📎 How to Generate Income – Real Success Stories

Which method of income generation is right for your institution?How can you set-up a new method...

Birmingham is the largest and one of the most deprived local authorities in Europe. It has one the highest number of children with English as an Additional Language (EAL); some of the 400 schools in its territory have between 30 to 40 different languages spoken within the same institution. In this context, spotting special needs in children has proven even more difficult. Listen to Terri Cawser (Birmingham Council) share best practices and tips on how to assist schools in creating a truly inclusive environment.

📎 Identifying Children and Young People with EAL and SEN 

Key issues for...

How can the Human Resources department assists in solving the matter of excessive workload? As the new Ofsted Inspection Framework drew new attention to it, Christina Pontig (North Tyneside & Northumberland Council) is helping schools address the cause of the issue.

You can access the presentation at this link.

📎 Supporting Schools to Address the Expectations within the Ofsted Inspection Framework: Workload

Consideration of the workload challenges and how these can present conflict that can be avoidedEffective change management including how best to manage both employer and employee expectationsEmployee engagement and shared ownership External tool...